When it comes to fold a cork yoga mat – is it safe? Will the cork bend, crack, break or crease? And if not... what are my best options for storage and travel? That's exactly what we'll cover in this article – so you can conveniently store and carry your [...]
Thinking about getting a cork yoga mat – or maybe you just bought one? You might be worried about the smell. If any of the following apply to you... you're in the right place! You're looking to buy a cork mat – but you're wondering about the smell You just [...]
Choosing the perfect yoga mat is hard. You want something that is eco-friendly and sustainable... but are cork yoga mats are the right choice? It's hard to know which yoga mats are truly recyclable and bio-degradable. Cork is a popular choice, but what ACTUALLY makes it healthy for the planet? [...]
Update (Oct. 5, 2022): Springer just published a new study on the connection between infertility and toxins (like phthalates and heavy metals). They conclude an increase in exposure to these endocrine-disrupting chemicals is "likely" one of the factors causing the recent (and alarming) increase in infertility. Are you planning to [...]
A good night's sleep is SO vital for your overall health, mood and well-being. However... we ALL have those nights, where our mind & thoughts simply won't calm down. Here's the thing... did you know many yogis and instructors have their own mind-calming routine to help them wind down at [...]
If you've never used them before, you might be unaware if cork yoga mats can get wet or not. You don't want to ruin your mat... but you also don't want to miss out on a good yoga session because you're worried about getting your mat wet. In this article, [...]
Yoga is a great way to relax, de-stress and stretch – but if your mat isn't comfortable, you won't be able to focus on your practice. A lot of people have trouble deciding on their next yoga mat purchase... because they think they need an expensive $120+ dollar mat with [...]
You might be wondering – why is yoga so hard? And how do I make it easier? At first... it's not clear how to do the poses correctly – let alone feel comfortable to perform them "good enough." And it's quite normal to feel overwhelmed or frustrated at the beginning [...]
Many yogis and instructors prefer cork yoga mats over traditional rubber or foam mats. They're eco-friendly, non-toxic, durable, and provide excellent traction. However, you'll sometimes hear yogis say they prefer to use a towel. So the question is – do cork yoga mats need a towel? In this article, we'll [...]
If you're here, you're must be wondering – do cork yoga mats ACTUALLY provide solid traction & support in your poses? Or are they too slippery? Cork yoga mats have been on the market for a few years now – and they boast many benefits over traditional yoga mats. One [...]